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There’s nothing quite like owning your own home! You’ve worked hard all your life to provide for yourself and your family, and your home is the most important thing that most of us own. Unfortunately, once you’re handed the keys, you’re responsible for electric repair, plumbing repair, storm damage, and yard work. In fact, each time that we manage to put a little extra money away in the bank, something always seems to go wrong!

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Buying a home is one of the most important decisions that most of us make in our lives. Most homeowners look at many properties before settling on the best one, and there’s nothing quite like having your offer accepted, and preparing for life at your new home. But no matter how perfect that the home was when you first moved in, you probably had some long-term plans to make some improvements. In many cases, the arrival of a new child or an aging relative makes a few upgrades necessary for comfort and convenience.

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Thanks to a whole bunch of television shows and online tutorials, an increasing number of homeowners are taking home improvement and household repairs into their own hands. There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction that comes from a job well done, and a little bit of elbow grease can definitely save your family some money. Unfortunately, some homeowners “bite off more than they can chew” from time to time, and wind up having to bring in a professional to clean up their mess.

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As much as we enjoy the convenience of our household utilities, there are certain times of year when we expect to hear a drum roll as we’re opening up our bills. Energy costs are currently at an all time high, and are going to continue increasing. Is there anything that we can do to fight back?

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Keeping ourselves and our children safe is always priority number one! That’s why we always make sure to keep our doors locked, deal with necessary household repairs as quickly as we can, and keep emergency supplies in convenient locations. It’s also important to take a few easy precautions to make sure that we’re always using our everyday electrical appliances safely.

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One of the difficult realities that we all face as homeowners is long-term maintenance. No matter how well that your home was built, over time it will require a fresh coat of paint, new appliances, and other repairs. Some are quick and easy, some can be unexpected and costly. Fortunately, routine preventative maintenance can help you manage costs in the short term, and prepare more effectively for bigger long term expenses.

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Most of us take electricity for granted, at least until we experience a power outage. But the reality is that it’s one of our greatest modern conveniences. We can light up any room in the house with the flick of a switch, and it helps us prepare our food, keep our families comfortable, and stay entertained. It’s also very safe, as long as you always use it responsibly.

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Energy costs are always on the rise, and there appears to be no end in sight. Arkansas is definitely no stranger to seasonal weather extremes, and it won’t be long before the outside temperatures (and your electric bills) start approaching triple digits. You do everything you can to be more energy-efficient, including turning off the lights in unoccupied rooms and constantly adjusting your thermostat, but you’re still not seeing a very big drop in your monthly bills. What else can you do?

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Since 1978, Arkansans have consistently trusted Gary Houston Electric for quality electrical services. Our team of skilled electricians are always a phone call or mouse click away when you need them, and our commitment to legendary customer service is second to none! We can help with residential lighting design and commercial lighting design for new construction or remodeling projects, electrical wiring, safety inspections, and emergency service. And be sure to give us a call for more information about a Kohler emergency generator!

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Even though we get so used to it that we tend to take it for granted, it’s great to have electricity in our homes. After all, it keeps our families comfortable, fed, and entertained. Even short power outages are a real inconvenience, but what happens when you have an electrical emergency? Do you know when to call an electrician? The answer is any time that you feel that your family is at risk. The modest expense of an emergency electrician is a small price to pay to keep your home and family safe.

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